Trials Evolution breaks Xbox Live Arcade Sales Record

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Trials Evolution has set a record for the highest grossing day-one sales in Xbox LIVE Arcade history within the first 24 hours of sales.

As per a tweet by developer RedLynx. the motorcycle racing sequel to 2009's popular "Trials HD" sold over 100,000 copies in its first day ,

The game is currently one of the highest rated XBLA games available, according to Metacritic (91). It now brings the series 'survival of the fastest' which is available live on the Xbox Marketplace.

Trials Evolution is the next dimension of the smash-hit, award-winning title Trials HD. The game is a physics-based motorcycle racer where players ride in real-time multiplayer with up to 2-4 players, either locally or through Xbox LIVE. Fans can also enjoy as many as 50 tracks, challenging unlocks, and tricky achievements.

A powerful track editor allows fans build or customize tracks as per the player's wish and later share it with their friends. Players can build their own track with the included editor or can be downloaded from those of any other player from the all-new Track Central and also download top-rated tracks from around the world. The ability to customize the vehicle and its rider with cool gear and unique parts has been included.

Moreover, fans can bust out of the warehouse into an outdoor world irrespective of what time of the day it is, with curving drive lines and spectacular scenery on view.

The game has been developed as a multiplayer both for local and online with challenging but balanced single player game and according to game magazine CVG, it is "the best game on Xbox Live Arcade. Ever."

Trials Evolution is available for 1200 Microsoft Points via Xbox LIVE, or can be purchased through Xbox.com, according to a press release by RedLynx.